Samira Afzali

Samira Afzali is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in compliance and risk management within the financial sector. Currently serving as the First Line Risk External Response Leader at Block, responsibilities include overseeing cross-partnership collaboration to address consumer protection and compliance with various regulations, including virtual currency laws. Prior to this role, Samira operated as a freelance Strategy Advisor, providing consulting services for financial institutions on compliance and risk strategies. Experience includes serving as Director of Compliance at Experian, focusing on BSA/AML requirements and other compliance regulations, as well as significant roles at Wells Fargo, where contributions included VP roles overseeing compliance strategy and UDAAP risk assessments. Samira's legal background as an attorney and ongoing education in Integrative Leadership further enhance the capability to navigate complex regulatory landscapes.